plate no. 2657

Cityscape

oilPost-Impressionismcityscapebuildingstreeswallcityscapestone bridgefoliage

some experience helpful

This painting offers practice in rendering textures of stone and foliage using visible brushstrokes and a limited color palette. Students can develop skills in creating depth through layering and atmospheric perspective.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes and composition, focusing on the placement of the buildings, trees, and wall.
step 02
Block in the main color areas for the sky, buildings, foliage, and ground using thin washes.
step 03
Start building up the texture of the stone wall with short, broken brushstrokes, varying the color slightly for each brick.
step 04
Add details to the trees, focusing on the shapes of the leaves and branches.
step 05
Develop the foliage by layering different shades of green and yellow.
step 06
Refine the details of the buildings, including windows and roof tiles.
step 07
Add highlights and shadows to create depth and dimension.
step 08
Make final adjustments to the colors and values to create a cohesive and harmonious painting.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · raw umber · sap green · titanium white

secondary · burnt sienna · ultramarine blue

Mix various shades of green by combining sap green with yellow ochre and a touch of ultramarine blue. Create warm browns and tans by mixing yellow ochre, raw umber, and burnt sienna. Use white to lighten colors and create highlights.

techniques